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P171 YDV

1996 Proton Persona Compact

Blue Petrol 1468cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Sep 2018
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

28,405 mi
Last recorded28,405 miles
Recorded on20 Sep 2017
Typical for 1996 Proton Persona Compact70,421 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP171 YDV
MakeProton
ModelPersona Compact
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,468cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 20 Sep 2017 28,405 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2017 28,372 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Nearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 5 Jul 2016 27,834 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2015 27,171 miles

n/s/f indicator outer lens missing

Pass 26 Jun 2014 26,425 miles

Oil leak

Fail 26 Jun 2014 26,425 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Oil leak

Pass 11 Jun 2013 25,569 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2012 24,995 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Oil leak

Fail 22 Jun 2012 24,992 miles

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.6.2b)

Nearside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Oil leak

Pass 8 Jun 2011 23,792 miles

Oil leak

Fail 7 Jun 2011 23,767 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Oil leak

o/s/r tyre deteriorated

Pass 7 Jun 2010 20,926 miles

Headlamp main beam warning lamp not working

Oil leak

Fail 7 Jun 2010 20,926 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Headlamp main beam warning lamp not working

Oil leak

Pass 4 Jun 2009 20,075 miles

radiator in poor condition

Pass 16 Jun 2008 19,237 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2007 18,488 miles

radiator in poor condition

Pass 22 Jun 2006 17,248 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2006 17,248 miles

Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

How Reliable is the Proton Persona Compact?

Based on 30,558 MOT tests across 3,950 vehicles.

66.7%
Pass Rate
3,958
Miles/Year
31
Year Lifespan
3,950
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Steering rack gaiter split 2,777
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1,896
Brake pipe excessively corroded 1,449
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 1,267
Stop lamp not working 1,120
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P171 YDV is a 1996 Proton Persona Compact in Blue with a 1,468cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1996 Proton Persona Compact models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.4% with a typical mileage of 70,421 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Proton Persona Compact fails its MOT is steering rack gaiter split, accounting for 2,777 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P171 YDV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Proton Persona Compact typically stays on UK roads for around 31 years. At 30 years old, this Proton Persona Compact is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was P171 YDV registered?

P171 YDV is a 1996 Proton Persona Compact, first registered on 1 August 1996.

Is P171 YDV safe to buy?

The MOT history for P171 YDV shows 18 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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